Melbourne, Australia
Block Arcade

History and shoppingmakes for an eclectic mix at the Block Arcade.

Shopaholics will absolutely love the Block Arcade in Melbourne. Open daily at 280-292 Collins Street, the Block Arcade is a heritage shopping center that transcends time. Completed in 1893, the mosaic tiling, quaint tea rooms and traditional lighting will make you feel like a shopper in the 19th century. Satisfy your sweet tooth at Haigh's Chocolates, one of Australia's finest chocolatiers. Or head down to Charles Dickens Tavern for the quintessential Olde English pub experience. First-time visitors might want to engage in the guided tours, which will give you the opportunity to undertake a history lesson while shopping. Now who says history is boring?


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Tips Before You Go
If you plan to visit the Block Arcade, do so on an empty stomach. There are just so many unique and interesting shops here selling a range of food items, and you definitely wouldn\'t want to miss out on any of them. Stay here for an hour at the very least, because there is a short musical interlude played at the top of the hour. Make sure you come early too, as the Block Arcade can get rather crowded in the afternoon.
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282 Collins St, Block Arcade Studios, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia